Yeah, I took a long time to make this chapter but here it is at last. Also, I have very little want to make chapters for the next three episodes since they are Omi focused and I'd really rather have the other dragons shine more. So unless the readers would rather me make chapters based off those episodes after chapter 7, I'm just going to reference them. Oh and next chapter will have a showdown so any ideas or choosing of the hero vs. villain choose please tell me before I start it. Anyways enjoy. c:
Chapter 6
Outside Jack's mansion:
Katnappe though she must be insane to be so desperate as to go to Jack for help. Sure she was a fanatic about cats and an evil mastermind but even in her darkest nightmares she didn't believe she would ever in a billion years do what she was doing just now. Jack Spicer to her was the grossest, most annoying person in the world who fails miserably in his attempts to take it over. Yet here she is with no job and thrown out of her own home with no friends and nowhere to go ready to swallow any pride and self-respect she had left to ask someone she couldn't stand for help. ''As they say desperate times call for desperate actions, just get over it and hope you get a place to crash until things improve.'' Katnappe thought as she reluctantly opened the door and headed downstairs.
She heard the arguing before even reaching the steps and could tell Jack and Wuya were having another one of their fights. They acted like a married couple half of the time and were almost as bad as when she and Jack started a fight with each other.
''We don't need any help!'' cried Jack like a two-year old.
''Yes we do. Your incompetence cost us not one or two but Eight Shen Gong Wu! If I
had hands I would throttle you!''
''If you had any hands then you would be the only one to fail at gaining Shen Gong Wu
and stop blaming me!''
''Oh, get over yourself you little mechanical weasel!''
''You overgrown rotten grapefruit!''
''What did you just call me?!''
''You heard me Wuya. Now stop pestering me I'm doing all I can if hadn't noticed.''
''That's your best?! A paperclip could do better and it's not even alive!''
''Why you-''
''Uh excuse me, are you two done acting like a married couple yet?'' interrupted Katnappe.
The two turned towards the cat dressed villain as she walked calmly down the steps.
''What do you want Ashley?''
''The name for the last time Jack: the name is Katnappe.''
''Whatever I don't have time to deal with you anyways, I've to make plans to rule the
world.''
''Yeah well I need a place to crash since I got kicked out of my condo after a few
payments may have fallen behind…..''
''Yeah and why should I care?''
''I was wondering if maybe I could crash her?''
''What! No way! You'll get cat hair everywhere and I can't stand you.''
''Hey, this isn't my idea of a perfect place to live and definitely not my first choice. But if
you let me stay I'll make it worth your wild.'' she said trying to butter him up with a little charm and a deal he couldn't refuse.
''Yeah and just what that might be?''
''I can help you get more Shen Gong Wu and I mean a lot more.''
''Well, you are going to have to prove to me you are not pulling my leg or just trying to
desperately trick me. Show me that you can deliver and then we'll talk.''
''Maybe these might work.'' said Katnappe before throwing over a bag.
Jack stared at it a moment and then questioningly at Katnappe. She waved her hand proudly and gestured to the bag as to open it. When he did open it, he and Wuya gasped at not just one or two but at least 6 new Shen Gong Wu all in the bag glowing. They included the Sky Fans (controls aspects of the wind and electricity), the Aqua Shield(impervious shield to all weapons and other Shen Gong Wu), the Feral Reflector(a small lens that can bring a person's more animatistic instincts out), the Personality Adjustor(can randomly alter a person's personality that can sometimes cause them to act either more morally good or evil), the Omaro Gun(a gun with the power to kill most supernatural creatures with only one shot to the body) and the Kimero Leaf(has the power to change the seasons and weather for a short time period).
''Where did you get these?'' they both cried in shock.
''Dojo didn't hide all of them as hard as he thought. I found those scattered across Europe
and kept them in case of emergency.''
''Let me discuss with Wuya about whether we can make a deal.''
''Fine, just don't take too long.'' she said knowing she had won them over.
''What do you think Wuya?'' whispered Jack.
''I think she'll make an excellent addition if you two can withstand this friendship.''
''Hey, I may not like her but if she is willing to strengthen the arsenal and take those
Xiaolin losers down a notch. I'm willing to put feelings aside plus she does have some
good moves and style.''
''We've decided that you may stay if and only if you help us to gain Shen Gong Wu and
take over the world.''
''Deal.'' said Katnappe as they shook hands. ''Now what's the plan for the next Shen
Gong Wu?''
Xiaolin Temple:
Everyone noticed an immediate change both in Raimundo and Falkia as the week went by. Raimundo hadn't pulled a single prank since after the Hong Kong incident and seemed oddly happy and more carefree these days. Even in the middle of long tedious chores, his mood was still surprisingly pleasant and unchanged. Falkia had a similar air about her even during training when she practiced with a concentration unlike any other. She always did well and never seemed to really need any practice. Although she did seem careful about her own possessions even more so, she kept not only her room locked more often but always kept her room's chest locked and kept the key on her 24 hrs a day. She seemed to be hiding something at all times but most of the week passed with the same question; why are Raimundo and Falkia so different?
The only things really running through their minds was the anticipation of Saturday and whatever they planned to do. The days felt more like years to the secret lovers since no one especially Kimiko knew nothing which left them feeling like they were hiding something. In Falkia's case, she was hiding something to everyone for in her chest was her diary, her electronic connection to Jack, and the Marshal's Baton, one of the seven most powerful Shen Gong Wu that could only be truly beaten by the one supreme Shen Gong Wu held by the 7th royal family member(Sunday) and to an extent the Aqua Shield.
Finally after what felt like an eternity to Falkia, Saturday came with an invigorating feeling. She had already prepared breakfast which consisted of cinnamon swirl bread, Malawach, and Shakshuka all foods of a modern Jewish breakfasts but from more than one place(one comes from Israel, one from Eastern Europe, one from ?). However, the warriors became used to Falkia's habit of making Jewish foods on Sabbath as she clearly stated her family only followed the Mosaic Laws on holidays and Sabbath as a show of respect to their roots and God. When the others came down on this particular day, everyone except Raimundo were surprised to see Falkia in such a good mood more so than she was any other day.
''Wow! You're in a good mood.'' said Kimiko sitting down.
''Yeah, I asked Master Fung if it was alright if I could visit some friends later over in
North America and he said yes. I can't wait to see them.'' Falkia said while secretly
winking at Rai without anyone noticing.
''Where in North America are you visiting?'' said Omi curiously.
''I was heading for New Orléans. Some of my friends in the Water tribe live there.''
''Water tribe?''
''Oh right. You see witches are divided into six tribes and the element your born with is the tribe you belong to. For example, I am an Air tribe member.''
''Oh okay.''
''Anyways I think it's time to begin our chores.'' Falkia said as everyone finished the meal.
The day passed with one of those quick fast forward anticipation scenarios. Both Rai and Falkia were in great anticipation for the evening ahead and the day flew by. First, the chores went with little action but much heavy work. Later, training ensued with each of them sparring with Omi coming out on top, but he did not know Falkia purposely lost to satisfy his already huge ego. Finally, the time to kick back and relax occurred but no one found it peculiar that both Rai and Falkia went to their rooms without any real reason.
Falkia was already getting dressed and ready to head out. She pulled out a medium length skirt made of silver thread with a medium length shirt made of grey cotton that paired elegantly. She then pulled out a necklace with a simple emerald on the end. She got dressed quickly and easily then pulled out a dark blue hair pin which she set in her hair to add more color. Her shoes were simple grey-white high heels with a small cotton ball on the ends. She looked overall elegant and ladylike yet her clothes were light and loose, perfect for warm weather.
Meanwhile, Raimundo was also dressing and getting ready. He had already exchanged some of his money into U.S. currency since they already chose to head for the south. According to Falkia, most witches in the U.S. lived in the south due mainly to the harsh treatment in Salem during the American witch trials in the north causing immigrant witches to head for what they considered the more hospitable states (MD, DE, NC, SC, GA, VA and later FL, AL, TN, KY, LA, AR, TX, and OK). He then snapped back instantly to focusing on getting dressed. He then wore a medium cut plain green shirt with black jeans and over his shirt he wore a greenish-brown jacket that he buttoned to near the top. His hair was brushed to a much more spiked out look and looked much more formal than before. He also wore black dress shoes that shined like the sun. On his bed was the Golden Tiger Claws which he and Falkia were going to ''borrow'' to get to New Orléans without a Dojo comment and be more discreet since they were entering another country. They were for once going to not draw attention to the police that they had no passports or any normal explanation about how they got there.
They both met out in the back ready to go.
''You look amazing tonight.'' said Raimundo cheerfully with his heart hammering away.
''You look sharp as well.'' said Falkia wishing her heart would not stop beating a mile a minute.
''Ready to go?'' said Rai and with a nod from Falkia. ''Golden Tiger Claws.''
The claws left a slash and both calmly entered the vortex heading for New Orléans, Louisiana.
New Orléans:
In a small off the road alley, the slash of the golden tiger Claws opened and out stepped the young couple. They both stepped out into the street with the sun just beginning to rise overhead. They were in the French Quarter and both stared at each other for a split second. To Raimundo, Falkia looked more beautiful than anything he ever saw and could feel both his heart quicken and his sexual desire increase. When Falkia saw Raimundo in the fresh morning air, she swore he was more perfect than even the moon in the sky which to her was one of nature's own beauties. Both blushed immediately at their thoughts and turned away with Rai scratching his head embarrassed and Falkia with her hand awkwardly below her face.
''Well, we're here so where we heading?'' Falkia asked after both of them cooled off from embarrassment.
''Well, we should probably get something to eat first, up for breakfast for dinner?'' said Raimundo smoothly sliding back to his normal relaxed voice.
''Sure, I haven't eaten breakfast for dinner since my mother….'' she stopped and looked sad at the mention of her mother. Both her and Raimundo rarely mentioned their families both of which had legitimate reasons.
''I understand. Shall we go eat?'' said Raimundo with a sympathetic sad voice.
''Yeah, let's go.'' said Falkia.
They both headed to a quaint little restaurant and sat down to eat on a little balcony overlooking the Mississippi river which in the early shining sun made the view one of the best in New Orléans. After ordering their drinks and meals, they began eating without a single word till Raimundo couldn't stand the silence.
''Hey, out of curiosity what was your dad like?''
''My father? Just your average aggressive military man who you could never talk to without being afraid of the consequences.''
''Sounds like he's hard to handle.''
''Was hard to handle. My father passed away a few years ago when he sent overseas to
the Middle East. Now its just me and my two sisters.'' she said sadly.
''I'm sorry. I didn't know.'' said Raimundo sympathetically.
''It's fine you didn't know besides it wasn't like we were that close. I was probably his
closest friend even if we didn't always get along.''
''You guys fought a lot?'' asked Raimundo as they continued breakfast.
''No, it's just, how do I put it? My family has a long history of military service. Even
when our nationalities changed across the years we always fought for what our homeland
was at the time. My father always wanted me to take over his place when he left.''
''But you didn't?'' he asked as a half guess.
''It was just I never knew what I wanted to do with my life. Sure, I was good at being a
military leader but it just felt…''
''Like life was pulling you in another direction. I know how you feel. Growing up in a
large rather poor family your expected to work to better your living situation but I never
felt that way. I wanted to be more than a circus performer in my family's circus so I
worked hard to find another path. Then I got the chance to become a monk and took a
chance and here I am.'' said Rai reminiscing on his journey to becoming a dragon in training.
''I once also tried to find another path but my father found out and was furious at my actions. That's when he forced me to move to a new military school and grounded me for two whole months.
''That sounds a bit harsh.''
''Well, my father had his anger issues.'' said Falkia sighing at the thought.
''What did you do that he felt was so bad about?'' asked Rai.
''Why don't I show you.'' she said as they finished their meal and gestured for him to follow her.
He used the money he brought to pay for the meal and then followed Falkia led him into the depths of the city. When they reached an inner part of the city, they stopped in one of its courtyards and Falkia turned to Raimundo.
''I once tried out for the part of Juliet in my school's play and won the part. My father hated that I had found a passion for the theatre and that's why he sent me to a new school.''
''Really?'' said Raimundo looking at Falkia curiously since she didn't have the appearance of an actress.
''Yeah, here let reenact one of the plays scenes.''
''Alright.''
Falkia then took a moment and breathed deeply then she suddenly took on a lovers appearance and movements. Then as she began to repeat the lines she seemed to vanish before him. He was now standing in front of Juliet herself as she professed love to her beloved. Falkia's voice, movement and demeanor had taken itself and become the character itself. Raimundo was shocked as he saw how she so deeply slipped into the role.
"O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?' her voice rang like a lover calling her new-found love. 'Deny thy father refuse thy name, thou art thyself thou not a Montague, what is Montague? tis nor hand nor foot nor any other part belonging to a man
What is in a name?
That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet,
So Romeo would were he not Romeo called retain such dear perfection to which he owes without that title,
Romeo, Doth thy name!
And for that name which is no part of thee, take all thyself." her voice ended with the lust of a newfound lover and then she was herself once more.
''Wow, that was awesome.'' Raimundo said as she finished clapping at the performance.
''Thank you.'' she said bowing before realizing how late it had gotten. ''We had better get back before they notice we've been gone too long.''
'Alright.'' he said before pulling out the Golden Tiger Claws and opening the path.
''Oh and I had a nice time. Thank you Raimundo.'' she said before kissing him on the cheek.
Needless to say Raimundo couldn't have been happier as they climbed into the portal and back to the temple.
However, they had just gotten through when Dojo and the others came in.
''Your back finally. Theirs a new Shen Gong Wu. What took you so long!?'' said Kimiko heatedly.
''Nothing.'' the two said simultaneously.
And after the others glared at them with questionable eyes, they headed out to get the next Shen Gong Wu.
